Lonel J. Hughes' Obituary
Lonel J. Hughes, 85, of Longview, stepped into the arms of God at a local hospital, October 10, 2006.
Lonel was born January 29, 1921 in Center, TX to John William and Lenora Elizabeth Hughes. Early in life he served his country in the US Army Air Force during World War II and also participated in a test study for Aspirin for the diease of Arthritis.
Lonel married Pearl Hensarling of San Augustine, TX , October 28, 1947, starting their marriage in Lufkin, TX. In 1955, Lonel moved with his family to Longview where his accounting career began with Garrett Oil Tools/U.S. Industries/Axelson and after 12 years he joined Hurwitz/Hart Schaffner & Marx as business manager of the Longview/Kilgore stores. In the mid 60?s he join six physicians at Medical Surgical Clinic as Business Manager. In 1971, his passion and career took him to Gregg/Harrison MH/MR Center as the 1st business manager. After 10 years, in 1981, five counties formed the Sabine Valley Center. He retired as Comptroller after 18 years. Still, today, he took pride in the Sabine Valley Center and the 35 years of accomplishments for East Texas citizens.
Lonel was a devoted member of Oakland Heights Baptist Church and former member of Mobberly Baptist Church having served on many administrative committees.
At his hospital bedside he shared with his daughter, ?Lonel J. Hughes, it?s been a good life.?
He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Pearl H. Hughes and daughter Donna Hughes of Longview. Nephews: Dr. Robert I. Hughes and wife Barbara, Center, TX, Dr. Len B. Hughes and wife Ellen, Plano, TX, Dr. Mack C. Hughes and wife Kathy, Palestine, TX, Kenneth Kennedy and wife Raye, Longview, brother in law Louis Kennedy, Longview, Niece in law, Sunny Hughes Parker, Hallsville, nine great nieces and nephews and a host of community friends.
Services will be 2 PM Saturday, October 14, in the Chapel of Rader Funeral Home, Longview, with Reverend Tom Roberson officiating. Interment will follow at Rosewood Park Cemetery. The family will greet friends at Rader Funeral Home on Friday, 5 to 7 PM.
The family request in lieu of flowers: Memorials to Oakland Heights Baptist Church Capitol Growth Fund, Sabine Valley Center or charity of choice.
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